1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1959 Morris Oxford is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Morris Oxford (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 562 kg more than 1955 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Morris Oxford is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Morris Oxford (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 2CV | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | 2CV | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
